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Planning in Milston

Approved
94%
15 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Milston in the last 24 months, from Wiltshire Council's planning register.

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Around Milston

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About Milston

Milston is a quaint hamlet and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 10 miles north of Salisbury, bordered by the River Avon from Durrington. The parish encompasses both Milston and Brigmerston, alongside several farm buildings on Salisbury Plain. With a stable population of 130 recorded in both 1861 and 2011, Milston presents a unique rural setting for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 131 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Property prices in Milston show an average sale price of £362,026, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Milston area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Milston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Milston has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Milston planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.milstonandbrigmerston.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Milston, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Milston. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Milston?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Milston. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Milston?
The average planning decision time near Milston is 48 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Milston?
The planning approval rate near Milston is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Milston?
The most common type of planning application near Milston is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Milston?
You can search and track planning applications near Milston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.